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Lovelace Piggyback Keel - FCS Compatible (Solid Fiberglass)
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Lovelace Piggyback Keel - FCS Compatible (Solid Fiberglass)

Lovelace Piggyback Keel - FCS Compatible (Solid Fiberglass)

$ 115.00
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The Lovelace Piggyback Keel is a solid fiberglass twin-fin set featuring a hybrid template that sits between a wide-base traditional keel and an upright performance fin. Designed to work fluidly with performance hybrid-style twinnies, Ryan Lovelace created this template to bridge the gap between a traditional keel fin and an upright late ‘70s style design. 

FORM, FUNCTION & FEEL

Lovelace Piggyback Keel - FCS Compatible (Solid Fiberglass)

Upright Tight TurnsRaked Drawn-Out Turns
Less Area LooseMore Area Stable
Speed Control Speed Generating Drive
Less Flex ResponsiveMore Flex Projection
Form | Upright, Traditional Keel, Hybrid Twin
Function | delivers drive and free-flowing turning ability like a traditional-style keel set would, but it has less area
Feel | drawn-out lines in solid surf while retaining that smooth, twin fin feeling
Overall | bridges the gap between a traditional keel fin and an upright late ‘70s style design.
SPECIFICATIONS
SIZE HEIGHT BASE AREA
5.1” 5.13” 5.79” 21.87”²
MATERIALS & FITMENT
Construction | Solid Fiberglass
Finish | Raw (Sanded)
Fitment | FCS Compatible
Application | Grub Screws
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS FIN
  • Designed to work fluidly with performance hybrid-style twinnies, Ryan Lovelace created this template to bridge the gap between a traditional keel fin and an upright late ‘70s style design
  • This modernized keel set delivers drive and free-flowing turning ability. 90/10 Foil
  • Pairs well with all types of boards, but exceptionally so with performance hybrid-style twins in the 5’ – 7’ range

HISTORY & ORIGIN

Based down the street from us in Santa Barbara, Ryan is one of the most renowned and accomplished current production hand-shapers in the world. He has taken over the alternative surfboard scene with his ability to integrate designs from the past with modern ones to create his own niche. In true fashion, the Lovelace Piggyback Keel is a more progressive take on the traditional keel.

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How to Choose the Right Fins

Whether you’re new to exploring the benefits of experimenting with new fins, or you’re a seasoned veteran... our fin guide will break down the basics, as well as some of the more complicated aspects of fin design to help ensure that you find the right setup for your board. Learn about different fin types, terminology, as well as some of the crucial factors that ultimately determine feel and performance here.

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